The Budget Bambino

Naomi Watts makes being pregnant look soooo easy in this breezy summer maternity look—if only we could all be that cool and collected. Well, you can at least look the part, and without spending a fortune either. What? Don’t believe it? Well, here’s proof—we’ve found these pieces to pull it all together, for less (and we even gave you two necklace options, because we loved both). No thanks are necessary—this is our idea of fun.: Tank Dress with Bow, on …

The Budget Bambino isn’t alone—the web is chock full of great style resources for families, and we make a point of perusing them on a regular basis to keep us all up to speed. And because we know how important it is to share nicely, we’ve compiled a list to help you make the most of your time on the web—so here’s a list of our fave family fashion blogs: 1. The Budget Bambino. We couldn’t leave ourselves off the list, …

What: Fall means back to school and sweater season—and we’ve got both covered here. What we say: The end of summer gets us all excited for the leaves turning color, yellow school buses driving around town, and especially nostalgic for the prep school experience we never had. And what’s more prep school than the classic cardigan? There are many options for cute kids cardigan sweaters from funky casual to dressy cashmere, and all are perfect for tying around the waist …

What: Saggy pants? So 1995. What we say: Kids like to do things themselves, but when it comes to getting dressed, your son or daughter’s help may prolong the process! To get kids involved with dressing themselves, without making you late for work, try the Myself Belt ($14.95). Myself Belts help kids feel independent when they can put their pants in place without mom or dad’s help. The Myself Belt simplifies a belt’s cinching process by using a snaps and velcro …

What: Hats that give kids a break from the standard baseball cap. What we say: Whether your going to a ball game, the local park, or even taking a “stay-cation” with the family, little faces should be shaded from the sun on hot days and from rain and snow as fall and winter approach. And what better way to keep kids protected from the elements than with a fun, fashionable hat? For boys, we love the Herringbone Button Hat ( $12.50) …

What: Fierce Hugs offers wearable art – organic onesies and t-shirts featuring original graphics. The Lowdown: Who says organic has to mean plain? Not Tina Fusari and Hani Hong, the founders of Fierce Hugs. Instead this duo has found artists around the world to help them design their 100% organic cotton tees and onesies. When you see their original designs like the apple chef tee and the pirate bodysuit, it’ll come as no surprise to hear that Fierce Hug products are …

What: Boys and Girls in the hood . . . What we say: Nothing feels more snuggly on a cold day than a comfy hoodie and our picks showcase how versatile these fall staples can be. The various colors and styles are bound to fit any kid’s style from preppy to funky to sporty. They are the perfect compliment to a pair of worn-in jeans. Old Navy’s new Reversible Hoodie ($20) for girls gives you two styles in one and comes …

What: Go wild…wild kingdom! What we say: Kids are animal lovers, and here are some fun t-shirts for them to show their pride for Mother Nature & Co. in style. The perfect compliment to those Animal Crackers you made! http://www.thebudgetbambino.com/archive/animal-crackers-diy/ We love this orange Boys long-sleeve T from JCrew’s Crew Cuts line, which not only features a silhouetted bear, but an animal-friendly message too! Gap Kids has Graphic Ts of kids’ favorite cartoon furry friends, from Snoopy to Hello Kitty ($14-20) …